2000 Dodge Stealth vs. 2008 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Splash is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stealth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stealth would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stealth | 2008 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Stealth | Splash |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2360 mm |
